Transportation Manager Jobs in Washington
Transportation Manager jobs in Washington are open across Kent, Seattle, and Centralia and other Washington metros, with employers like MV Transportation, Alvarez & Marsal, and DKS Associates hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary
Are you passionate about driving efficient transportation operations for the World’s Largest Retailer? We are seeking an Area Manager for our Transportation Office to lead and optimize our transportation services, ensuring timely and safe delivery of goods. As an Area Manager - Transportation Office, you will lead a dynamic team to drive efficiency in our logistics operations and ensure the highest standards of quality and safety. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our supply chain and customer satisfaction.
About Walmart Transportation:
As a key member of Walmart Transportation, you will be part of a team dedicated to ensuring our supply chain runs smoothly and efficiently. Our transportation department plays a critical role in getting products from suppliers to distribution centers to stores and ultimately to our customers. This role will be instrumental in maintaining operational excellence and driving continuous improvement within our logistics network.
What You’ll Do:
- You will effectively communicate with individuals or groups, including customers, suppliers, and associates.
- You will implement the business plan for your area by setting goals, managing staffing and scheduling, assigning duties, and coordinating workloads to meet facility goals in terms of production, quality, and safety.
- You will prepare, review, and analyze business reports to manage productivity.
- You will ensure associates are trained in logistics and company policies, monitor compliance, and maintain procedures and supporting documentation.
- You will address concerns from associates, customers, and suppliers by consulting others and making recommendations.
- You will supervise and develop associates and leaders, participate in hiring, promotion, coaching, teaching, and evaluation.
- You will ensure equipment availability for scheduled maintenance by coordinating with service shops and local offices.
What You’ll Bring:
- You have exceptional communication skills to interact effectively with diverse groups.
- You possess strong leadership abilities to manage, support, and develop team members.
- You demonstrate analytical skills to review and act on business reports and productivity measures.
- You are committed to maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
- You can resolve complex issues by consulting with others and providing recommendations.
- You can drive continuous improvement and adapt to new technologies and changes.
- You have a background in transportation and logistics, with experience managing drivers and coordinating fleet operations.
- You understand the complexities of transportation scheduling and driver management, ensuring timely and efficient deliveries.
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed in the role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The full Job Description can be made available as part of the hiring process.
Benefits & Perks:
Beyond a great compensation package, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more. At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
Compensation
- The annual salary range for this position is $80,169.00 - $98,000.00
- Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
- Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:
- Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)
- Stock
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's Degree in Business, Logistics, or related field OR 1 year Walmart Logistics experience OR 1 year transportation experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Microsoft Office
- Supervising Associates
- Walmart
- Bachelors: Business
- Bachelors: Logistics
Primary Location
3010 FORON RD, CENTRALIA, WA 98531-9221, United States of America
Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.
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Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Transportation Manager Job Market in Washington
A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- MV Transportation3

- Alvarez & Marsal1

- DKS Associates1

- KPFF Consulting Engineers1

- Mv Contract Transportation1

Top Industries Hiring
- Transportation & Logistics5
- Consulting & Professional Services3
- Artificial Intelligence1
- Retail1
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in transportation manager jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field
- 3 to 5 years of experience managing transportation or fleet operations
- Familiarity with transportation management systems such as Oracle TMS or SAP TM
- Working knowledge of DOT regulations, hours-of-service rules, and CSA compliance
- Experience managing carrier relationships and negotiating freight contracts
- Proficiency in analyzing KPIs such as on-time delivery rates and cost per mile
Transportation Manager Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How many transportation manager jobs are there in Washington?
There are 8+ transportation manager openings in Washington on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Kent, Seattle, and Centralia. New positions post regularly as employers across Washington hire.
How much do transportation managers make in Washington?
Transportation managers in Washington earn a median of about $136,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $84,870 for the lowest 10% to over $202,070 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Washington cities have the most transportation manager jobs?
Kent, Seattle, and Centralia have the most transportation manager openings in Washington right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire transportation managers in Washington?
Employers hiring transportation managers in Washington include MV Transportation, Alvarez & Marsal, and DKS Associates, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote transportation manager jobs in Washington?
Yes. About 25% of transportation manager openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Washington metros.
How do I apply for transportation manager jobs in Washington?
You can apply to transportation manager jobs in Washington directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Washington location, then apply to each one that fits.
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